Joe Dancer Park

This four-acre park has McMinnville's only "off-leash" area, which includes a two-acre year-round area with soft cedar ground cover and a two-acre summer area with lawn turf. There is a separate area for timid or small dogs.

The five-acre plot that carries Edward Grenfell's name was graciously donated by Edward Grenfell, a founding member of the Yamhill County Parks Board, in 1962. After six years, E.J.

There are paved trails in open and forested sections, picnic and play spaces, and an off-leash dog park on this 898-acre facility.

A fenced open area for dogs of all sizes is available at the dog park. The park is around two acres in size and is divided into two sections: one for large dogs and one for little and timid dogs. Off-leash is allowed in the fenced area. Large oak logs provide entertainment for dogs and places for owners to relax. There is water available. A station for waste collection and disposal is available.